Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges

 

Product Description

The Elcometer 355 Coating Thickness Gauge’s watchwords are accuracy, simplicity, versatility and durability making this a true state of the art hand-held measuring system packed with time-saving and cost-cutting features. Available as a standard and top model, the unit’s large memory stores up to 10,000 readings in batches, and data can be output to PC, data-logger or printer as required.

With a comprehensive range of Probe Modules available, simply select the most appropriate for the application. All modules are supplied with calibration foils.

  • ±1% or 1μm, whichever is the greater, accuracy
  • Rugged aluminium case designed for the toughest environments
  • ElcoMaster® supplied.
  • Full statistical analysis – mean standard deviation, number of readings, highest and lowest value
  • RS232 output
  • Date and time stamp

Each gauge is supplied without a probe allowing the choice of the correct probe for the relevant applications

The Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges can be used in accordance with:

  • IMO MSC.215(82)
  • IMO MSC.244 (83)
  • ISO 1461
  • ISO 19840
  • ISO 2063
  • ISO 2360
  • ISO 2808-6A
  • ISO 2808-6B
  • ISO 2808-7C
  • ISO 2808-7D
  • ISO 2808-12
  • ISO 2808-12
  • AS 2331.1.4
  • AS 3894.3-B
  • AS/NZS 1580.108.1
  • ASTM B 244
  • ASTM B 499
  • ASTM D 1186-B
  • ASTM D 1400,
  • ASTM D 7091
  • ASTM E 376
  • ASTM G 12
  • BS 3900-C5-6A
  • BS 3900-C5-6B
  • BS 5411-3
  • BS 5411-11
  • BS 5599,
  • DIN 50981
  • DIN 50984
  • ECCA T1
  • EN 13523-1
  • NF A49-211
  • NF T30-124
  • SS 184159
  • SSPC PA 2
  • US Navy PPI 63101-000
  • US Navy NSI 009-32

The Standards not in bold have been superseded but are still recognised in some industries

 

Specifications

Part NumberDescription
A355—-SElcometer 355 Standard Coating Thickness Gauge
A355—-TElcometer 355 Top Coating Thickness Gauge
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature-10°C to 60°C
Dimensions175 x 83 x 42mm
Weight650g
Reading Speed40 readings per minute
Data OutputRS232C Serial or Parallel Output via D25 Type Connector (Female)
MemoryStandard: 5,000 reading memory in pre-set batches
 Top: 10,000 reading memory in up to 200 batches (individually calibrated)
Battery Type3 x 1.5V AA Cells (Alkaline) or 3 x 1.5V Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable cells
Battery LifeMinimum: 40 hours with alkaline batteries, 20 hours with rechargeable batteries
Certificate availableCertificate of Test – for variable calibration equipment and supplied with readings.
 A Certificate of Inspection states the instrument is tested in accordance with our procedures

Packing List

  • Elcometer 355 Top or Standard Gauge
  • Leather carry case
  • 3 x AA batteries
  • ElcoMaster® software
  • PC cable
  • Operating instructions

Data Sheet

Standards

The Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges can be used in accordance with:

  • IMO MSC.215(82)
  • IMO MSC.244 (83)
  • ISO 1461
  • ISO 19840
  • ISO 2063
  • ISO 2360
  • ISO 2808-6A
  • ISO 2808-6B
  • ISO 2808-7C
  • ISO 2808-7D
  • ISO 2808-12
  • ISO 2808-12
  • AS 2331.1.4
  • AS 3894.3-B
  • AS/NZS 1580.108.1
  • ASTM B 244
  • ASTM B 499
  • ASTM D 1186-B
  • ASTM D 1400,
  • ASTM D 7091
  • ASTM E 376
  • ASTM G 12
  • BS 3900-C5-6A
  • BS 3900-C5-6B
  • BS 5411-3
  • BS 5411-11
  • BS 5599,
  • DIN 50981
  • DIN 50984
  • ECCA T1
  • EN 13523-1
  • NF A49-211
  • NF T30-124
  • SS 184159
  • SSPC PA 2
  • US Navy PPI 63101-000
  • US Navy NSI 009-32

The Standards not in bold have been superseded but are still recognised in some industries

Accessories

Elcometer 355 Probe Accessories 
   
 Jumbo Hand Grip 
Ideal for precision placement for the most accurate results on flat and curved surfaces. Place the probe inside the Jumbo Hand Grip and take measurements – ideal when wearing gloves.
T9997766-Jumbo Hand Grip – F and N Probes
Use with the following Elcometer 355 probes:
F1 Standard, F2 Standard, F4 Standard, F5 Rebar, N1 Standard
  
   
 V-Probe Adaptor 
Ideal for precision placement for the most accurate results on medium and large diameter curved surfaces such as pipes and cylinders.
T9997381V-Probe Adaptor – F and N Probes
Use with the following Elcometer 355 probes:
F1 Standard, F2 Standard, F4 Standard, F5 Rebar, N1 Standard
  
  
 Soft Material / Blanket Probe
Ideal for taking precision readings on soft coatings or printing blankets. The wide, flat base design acts as a load spreader, reducing the total force at a single point.
T35511963Soft Material / Blanket Probe for the Elcometer 355
  
  
  
   
 Probe Placement Jig 
For the most reliable and repeatable coating thickness measurements, making the gauge score highly in repeatability and reproducibility studies. Ideal for small and large components alike. The probe placement jig is supplied with a probe housing to suit standard F1, F2, F4, F5 and N1 probes. Housings to suit other probes are available as optional accessories.
T95012880Probe Placement Jig
T95013028Component Hand Vice – a simple vice to hold small components
T95012888Cable Release Assembly – ideal for remote measurements
T95015589N4 Probe Adaptor – must be purchased for use with N4 Probes
Use with the following probes:
F1 Standard, F2 Standard, F4 Standard, F5 Rebar, N1 Standard and N4 Standard

 

Probe Options

Elcometer 355 Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Probes

Unique probe modules allow the Elcometer 355 Standard Coating Thickness Gauges to be versatile and flexible for any measurement application.
Probe modules can be freely interchanged as required for both ferrous (F) and non-ferrous (N) metal substrates.
Most probe modules are capable of an accuracy of ±1% of the reading on a variety of coatings and surfaces.
Telescopic probes extend from 410mm  to 1100mm.

Scale 1Range:0-1500μmAccuracy*: ±1% or ±1μm 
 Resolution:0.1μm: 0-200μm; 0.5μm: 200-500μm; 1μm: 500-1500µm 
 
 StandardRight AngleTelescopicN1 Standard
Probe DesignPart NumberMinimum HeadroomMinimum Sample DiameterCertificate
F1 StandardT3551195285mm6mm
F1 TelescopicT3551195930mm6mm
N1 StandardT3551198285mm8mm
     
Scale 2Range:0-5mmAccuracy*: ±1% or ±5μm 
 Resolution:2μm: 0-500μm; 5μm: 500-5000μm 
  
 F2 StandardF2 TelescopicN2 Standard 
     
Probe DesignPart NumberMinimum HeadroomMinimum Sample DiameterCertificate
F2 TelescopicT3551196036mm10mm
N2 StandardT3551198488mm18mm
     
Scale 4Range:0-250µmAccuracy*: ±1% or ±1μm 
 Resolution:0.1µm: 0-250µm  
  
 F4 StandardF4 Right Angle (long)N4 Standard 
     
Probe DesignPart Number Minimum Headroom Minimum Sample Diameter Certificate 
F4 StandardT3551195085mm4mm
F4 Right Angle (long)T3551195118mm3mm
N4 StandardT3551198090mm8mm
     
Scale 5Range:0-250µmAccuracy*: ±1% or ±1μm 
    
 F5 Rebar   
     
Probe DesignPart NumberMinimum HeadroomMinimum Sample DiameterCertificate
F5 (Rebar)T3551196285mm4mm

Instruction Manual